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Frequently Asked Questions About Shields Lake, MN
- How big is Shields Lake?
- How deep is Shields Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Shields Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Shields Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Shields Lake area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Shields Lake?
- Are there boat launches on Shields Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Shields Lake?
- What are the fishing regulations for Shields Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Shields Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Shields Lake?
How big is Shields Lake?
How deep is Shields Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Shields Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Central Mudminnow, Emerald Shiner, Fathead Minnow, Freshwater Drum, Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Spottail Shiner, Tadpole Madtom and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Shields Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Shields Lake area?
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Are there topographical lake maps available Shields Lake?
Are there boat launches on Shields Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Shields Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for Shields Lake?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Shields Lake?
Join us in the fight to prevent the spread of invasive species These sneaky creatures can hitch a ride on boats, clinging onto propellers, anchor lines, and trailers. They can even survive in hidden places like bilge water and ballast tanks, or disguise themselves in dirt and sand that sticks to nets, buckets, anchors, and waders. But don't worry, we have the power to stop them in their tracks with just a few simple steps. So let's do our part and protect our waters from these unwanted invaders.
History & Status of the Fishery
Minnesota DNR Fisheries IBI program staff delineated the floating leaf and emergent aquatic vegetation of Shields lake 09/13/2023, following the protocols listed in the MN DNR Lake Plant Mapping Manual. There were a total of 75.3 acres of floating and emergent plants mapped. This consisted of 18.5 acres of emergent dominated plant communities and 56.8 acres of floating leaf plant communities. The following taxa were noted during the survey: bulrush (round-stem group) (Schoenoplectus spp.), cattail (Typha spp.), white waterlily (Nymphaea odorata), and yellow waterlily (Nuphar variegata). For more information see map and summary table below.
What is the average air temp for Shields Lake?
Are there any state parks near Shields Lake?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Shields Lake...DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
Mud Lake | 1.1 mi | 166 | |
Mazaska Lake | 2.3 mi | 673 | 50 ft |
Hunt Lake | 2.6 mi | 176 | 27 ft |
French Lake | 3.2 mi | 876 | 56 ft |
Rice Lake | 3.5 mi | 331 | 7 ft |
Dudley Lake | 4.0 mi | 128 | 60 ft |
Willing Lake | 4.1 mi | 27 | |
Logue Lake | 4.4 mi | 15 | |
Caron Lake | 4.8 mi | 319 | 4 ft |
Cedar Lake | 5.1 mi | 902 | 42 ft |